Nelson "Killer" Encalade, Jr. departed this life on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at his home in Violet, Louisiana, at the age of 76. Son of the late Nelson Encalade, Sr., and Harriet Landry Encalade. Beloved husband of Leollia Tate Encalade. Loving father of Sonya E. Clark, Nelson III, Ninette Sabrina, Neisha Latrice, Tyra E. Williams and the late Sybil Annette Encalade. Proud grandfather of nine and great grandfather of five. Brother of Gladys E. Riley and Clarence Encalade. Nelson is survived by two son in laws, six sister in laws, seven brother in laws, one godchild and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives, friends, Phoenix High School Class of 1961, all churches of St. Bernard, Plaquemines and Orleans Parishes are invited to attend the Celebration of Life honoring Nelson "Killer" Encalade, Jr. on Friday, February 21, 2020 at Christian Fellowship, 5816 E. Judge Perez Dr., Violet, Louisiana, 70092 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the church. Interment: Merrick Cemetery.